Mesh tarp awning
Posted by paturner2012@reddit | overlanding | View on Reddit | 11 comments
Hey guys, I'm gearing up for a beach trip this August and I'm starting to slowly grab the stuff I'll need. I'm considering using a tarp off the back of my pickup for shade. I've utilized tarps before and have a system down but I was wondering if anyone has tried out mesh instead of the stretchy synthetic or solid tarps. I'm thinking it seems like it wouldn't be as affected by the heavy winds and it would also keep things a bit more breezy.
To anyone who's tried, Should I make the switch or keep with old faithful?
Ginger_SNAFU@reddit
Seconding for Aluminet.
ChibaCityFunk@reddit
Aluminet FTW! :D
paturner2012@reddit (OP)
Woah. This seems brilliant. Looks lightweight too. Holds up in the wind okay?
ChibaCityFunk@reddit
It weighs nothing but it is a bit bulky. We bought Aluminet 70%. It’s very effective in keeping the heat out and letting the air in. In essence it feels like being parked under a tree.
Currently we just use smaller pieces to just cover our windows combined with a roof rack that covers our entire roof. (See picture) We’ve recently crossed the Sahara Desert while working 25 hours a week on our computers. It’s a life saver.
paturner2012@reddit (OP)
That's incredible, I'll give it a look. Thank you!!
211logos@reddit
Yeah, we use that shade cloth stuff in summer. Works great; pretty durable too. But big winds still affect it unless you've got big holes like a soccer goal net.
Bossmonkie@reddit
We use a shade cloth bought on amazon. Works great at the beach.
paturner2012@reddit (OP)
I've been eyeing these up, thought I could find something a bit more multi purpose, but if this is working that well I think it's the route I'll take. Thank you!
Beanieson@reddit
I used to have a mesh fabric shade in my backyard that let in a bit of sunlight like you’re talking about and that thing was absolutely a sail anytime it got windy. I’d have to keep and eye on the weather constantly and take it down ahead of storms so idk if you’ll get the result you’re looking for.
paturner2012@reddit (OP)
This is exactly the experience I was looking for, thank you! My wife and I spend over a week in the outer Banks and the wind there can whip through on a good day. I will forego the mesh tarp.
paturner2012@reddit (OP)
This is exactly the experience I was looking for, thank you! My wife and I spend over a week in the outer Banks and the wind there can whip through on a good day. I will forego the mesh tarp.